I just saw somethign on the Today Show that was interesting that I wanted to share...
It was about using some of the skill from work in our personal relationships. The gist was this (at least how I remember it):
- Fight with your spouse like you would a client - try to see his/her point of view. Don't worry so much about being right. Give your spouse the benefit of the doubt.
- Make your spouse a priority - often the spouse will feel like they are last on the list, because we know they can wait. While we tend to make sure our work priorities don't get forgotten. IF you don't act upon someting your spouse asks of you, where you would in the office, you are telling him/her that they are less important.
- Don't forget your manners - basically, you would behave a certain way in the office, but at home we tend to get comfortable and let it all hang out. So, try to remember not to forget our manners.
- Set mutual goals - So, you and your spouse are on the same team and working towards a mutual goal, that will strengthen the R.
This is all I can remember now.
Married 9 years Kids 5 and 6 Bomb 2006 H back and forth for a year M now back on track
